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I don’t understand why people think Dogga is so desperate to move back to WA.

Another fantastic podcast @Demonland@george_on_the_outer@binman - the depth of analysis and insight into each week’s game is absolutely fascinating and always a measured and balanced. The contributors really complement each other - keep up the great work

Bingo - exactly how I saw it. We could not expect to run over the Hawks with the outs that we had, so did really well to grind things out. I thought Melksham did some okay stuff Q1 but unfortunately let a few tackles slip and that kick from 30, he used to do with his eyes closed. You could see on each line that with the significant player out, the others had to lift more: Petty will make a huge difference, so will Jacko. For me, the guys we missed the most were ANB and Sparrow: their gut running pressure in the forward line would have stymied the Hawks transition out of defence. I thought the Hawks were good: playing the right way, they will be a force soon.

Preuss getting a lot of hit-outs, but is static afterwards - makes you appreciate our incredibly mobile ruck duo!

Playing on Sunday

Agree 100%. I thought that was pretty much his best game for the club: he seems to be playing a slightly higher role, where he pinpoints kicks into the F50, rather than just crumbing deep. His vision and kicking precision are excellent and he’s really able to use his reading of the game to great effect. In general, it seems as though our younger brigade are really beginning to shine through, but what an apprenticeship they are being given!

I noticed this, too - also after Trac’s second, where Harmes’ contest created the spillage - Trac was straight over to Harmes to congratulate him.

Agree on all 3 points @CYB - JUH looked deflated and lost out there - I’m sure he’ll work his way into the AFL, but talk of him being the next Buddy Franklin looks off the mark at the moment. Shai Bolton is fantastic - I was thinking the same re Kozzy: he has the smarts, skill and toughness to be as good as Bolton: something to aspire to.

Warning! Warning! A depleted Dons does not historically bode well!

You’re dead right - the recruitment has happened at the same time as the culture has changed on and off the field, which has led eventually to the flag. Every aspect of the club, it seems, is being run in the right way, which leads to harmonious outcomes. It’s been a long build, but hopefully one that will now breed sustained success. The fact that all these draftees, no matter if a defender, midfielder or forward, are able to learn their craft from (now) elite players is something we haven’t had at our club for many, many years. Imagine if the likes of Watts, Trengrove, Garland etc had the same opportunity…

I would urge anyone that hasn’t done so (or is sceptical) to get out to Casey, Covid permitting, and watch the women play. Absolutely fierce and an opportunity to get close up to the action.

Totally - Huddo is my favourite caller, along with Gerard Whateley - their call of those three goals was just awesome.

Absolute legend of our great club and absolutely instrumental in pushing indigenous awareness to forefront. Really hope he stays at the club in some capacity, but I wonder if he and his family will move back to WA? Either way, I hope he can continue his immense work as an indigenous mentor and leader.

Bang! Bang bang bang!

This is amazing @The Mighty Demons - thanks! Would you be able to do one with the minute or so before the final siren?

Yep - one of my favourite things is listening to those key moments with the commentary from the different radio stations - especially SEN with Huddo and Whateley.

That desperate Brayshaw diving mark and goal was a big turning point, as was Fritta’s clutch goal to stop the bleeding.

Good morning everyone - I’ll be on a self-imposed media ban til first bounce, so enjoy the game - it’s been a long time coming - and see you on the other side! Come On The Dees

BUMP! Driving past so many houses with Maxy on the flags and banners, I was reminded of this song.

Done

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Looking good! Where did you get those banners?

My MFCSS has kicked in now:I can’t help but think that we may come out a little flat after the extended break - may be a week too much for us?

Razor Ray is not umpiring finals.

I don’t like participation medals for doing nothing either, but for a bloke like Hunt to miss out, when he has played and made a huge contribution for the bulk of the year is deserving of the recognition.